Justo: In Search of the Samurai Saint

Co-Writer / Associate Producer / Assistant Director

One of the most powerful warlords in 16th-century Japan, Blessed Justo Takayama Ukon is on his way to becoming a saint in the Catholic Church. This four-part series reconstructs his legendary life through the eyes of five people in modern-day Japan who go in search of “the samurai saint,” combining live-action observational footage with animated sequences that bring Justo’s epic story to life.

Watch the trailer.

Animated Short (In Development)

Writer/Director

A whimsical animation about…

Absolution (2022)

Writer/Director

A man sees his therapist for help with a disturbing problem and leaves with more than he bargained for.

Narrative short. A Wonders in the Dark Production.

Watch here.

More stories on the way…